Book Maths Puzzle Algebra

How do I find the height of this quadratic word problem?
If a ball is thrown straight up with an initial velocity of 48 feet per second, its height s after t seconds is given by the equation s=48t-16tsquared. Find the maximum height attained by the ball and the time it takes for the ball to return to earth.

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How do I find y? The problem is: x-2y=0 (equation 1) 3x+y=0 (equation 2) Right now in my Algebra Honor class we're learning "Solving Systems by substitution" and at first I understood it but now I can't seem to get the answer I want. I don't know what to do so please help!


Anna "Haylea"
x+2y=5

3x-y=1